Congressman Cleaver Keeps Jobs in Kansas City

Kansas City – In the wake of the announcement that eighty-three jobs will stay in Kansas City, instead of transferring elsewhere, Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II, (D-MO) is being recognized for his hard work on this issue.

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is working to relocate all agencies currently located at the Bannister Federal Complex. Yesterday, the GSA announced that, after a nationwide search of possible relocation sites, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will stay in Kansas City. The city was found to offer the best value, the best workforce, and the best fit.

"I'm grateful for Congressman Cleaver's efforts in helping keep federal jobs in Kansas City throughout the process of vacating the Bannister Federal Complex, which has spanned several years,” said GSA Regional Administrator Jason Klumb, “I also appreciate his active interest in the redevelopment of the Bannister Federal Complex. It's important to the Congressman, and me, that Bannister is in the best position possible for responsible redevelopment."

GSA employees are set to begin their relocation to the downtown Kansas City area by the end of this year.

“I am so pleased our hard work to keep jobs right here has paid off,” said Congressman Cleaver. “This is a win-win! It is not only good for those employees, but good for our entire area, as we continue to focus on growing and retaining jobs, and revitalizing our economy.”

The Bannister Complex should be ready for transfer or sale in 2015.

Emanuel Cleaver, II is the U.S. Representative for Missouri’s Fifth Congressional District, which includes Kansas City, Independence, Lee's Summit, Raytown, Grandview, Sugar Creek, Blue Springs, Grain Valley, Oak Grove, North Kansas City, Gladstone, Claycomo, and all of Ray, Lafayette, and Saline Counties. He is a member of the exclusive House Financial Services Committee and also serves as a Senior Whip of the Democratic Caucus.